An Amazing Summer in Barcelina Past Review
By Olivia S (English; Creative Writing, University of Mary Washington) for
Internships in Barcelona
Absolutely. I learned a lot about Spanish culture and improved my competence in the language, as well as made lifelong friends.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The program was fantastic. We learned a lot through full cultural immersion among the residents of Barcelona. Each of our internships was based on our personal interests and skills, so we got to maintain an element of control while thrown into an entirely new environment. We experienced different excursions throughout the program that further allowed us to learn about the culture. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The team was knowledgeable and helpful throughout, always available for information or assistance. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
Sometimes the food was great, sometimes it was kind of iffy, but they did take our suggestions. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Torres Winery, Carcassone Castle. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
Barcelona is known for its pickpockets, but the staff was sure to advise us of the dangers and how to take safety precautions prior to our explorations of the city. |
| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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Other Program Information
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I would advise all students to prepare for the language barrier in Spain. Though you will learn some Spanish through the immersion of the job, it would help immensely to meet locals and gain further immersion if you already have a handle on the basics. |
